The Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce (LRCC) has announced it will host a trip to China for local business leaders to gain cultural exposure and connect with business opportunities in global markets.
“There have been some recent studies that show China and Mexico are the best countries for Michigan to be exporting to,” says Brent Case, LRCC vice president of international services. “The Chinese love U.S. products. They hold American-made products in high regard because of the quality.”
The trip will take place from Oct. 16 through 25 and will include meetings with Chinese business leaders, factory tours, as well as opportunities to travel to some of China’s most well known tourist destinations, such as the Great Wall of China, The Forbidden City, Temple of the Heavens and Tiananmen Square.
“The goal is to get business leaders exposed to China,” says Case. “There’s nothing like seeing it firsthand to see the opportunities, experience the culture and get excited about doing business internationally.”
LRCC intends to assemble a group of 30 individuals for the trip, and already has about half of the spots filled. The cost of the trip, including airfare, hotel accommodations, tours and 17 meals is $2,288 for Chamber members. The Chamber is partnering with
7C Lingo to provide cultural tutoring sessions for registrants.
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